Instrumentation Designer, Sr

Quanta Power Solutions, LLC•Hoover, AL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Quanta Power Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior Instrumentation Designer to lead the design and development of instrumentation and control system deliverables for power generation, renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), data centers, substations, transmission, and industrial infrastructure projects. This senior-level position serves as a technical leader within the design organization, providing expertise in instrumentation design, multidisciplinary coordination, and construction package development while supporting Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project execution. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in instrumentation and controls design, advanced 3D modeling capabilities, and a strong understanding of industrial automation systems and construction practices.

Requirements

Associate degree in Drafting Technology, Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Technology, or related technical discipline preferred.
Minimum 10+ years of instrumentation design experience in power generation, industrial, utility, renewable energy, data center, or EPC environments.
Extensive experience supporting large multidisciplinary engineering and construction projects.
Experience with power plants, battery energy storage facilities, substations, industrial facilities, or mission-critical infrastructure strongly preferred.
Industrial instrumentation systems and installation practices.
Instrument loop design and control system interfaces.
PLC, DCS, SCADA, and HMI systems.
Instrument raceway, conduit, and cable routing design.
Industrial construction and commissioning practices.
Instrumentation drafting standards and design methodologies.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Revit, Plant 3D, Navisworks, SmartPlant or Aveva Instrumentaiton.
Familiarity with ISA, NEC, IEEE, Insdustrial Automation and Control System standards.
EPC Project Execution processes and workflows.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of complex instrumentation and control system design packages for EPC projects.
Prepare, review, and approve: Instrument location plans and installation details, Loop diagrams, Wiring and interconnection diagrams, Junction box layouts, Instrument cable schedules, Instrument indexes and I/O schedules, Control panel, marshalling cabinet, and PLC cabinet layouts, Instrument raceway and cable routing drawings, P&ID markups and updates, Control system interface drawings, Construction work packages.
Interpret engineering specifications, vendor documentation, client requirements, and industry standards to develop complete and constructible design solutions.
Ensure instrumentation designs meet operational, safety, maintainability, and constructability requirements.
Lead instrumentation design efforts utilizing AutoCAD, Revit, Plant 3D, Navisworks, SmartPlant Instrumentation, Aveva Instrumentation, and related software platforms.
Develop and coordinate complex instrumentation layouts within 3D models and BIM environments.
Perform clash detection reviews and coordinate resolution of interdisciplinary conflicts.
Support digital engineering initiatives and model-based project delivery.
Establish and maintain instrumentation drafting and modeling standards.
Conduct field verification activities, site walkdowns, and equipment inspections.
Provide technical support during construction, startup, and commissioning activities.
Review and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs).
Support troubleshooting and resolution of field design issues.
Review and incorporate as-built information into final project documentation.
Assist with startup readiness reviews and turnover documentation.
Mentor Instrumentation Designer I, II, III, and IV personnel.
Provide technical guidance and training to junior designers and drafters.
Review design deliverables for accuracy, quality, and compliance.
Support onboarding and development of new team members.
Promote a culture of safety, quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.